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Teotihuacan, City of the Gods, San Juan Teotihuacán Mexico
The ancient city of Teotihuacan is the most visited of Mexico’s archaeological sites and a must-see if
you’re in Mexico City. The site is impressive for its scale, both in the size of the Pyramid of the Sun
(the third largest pyramid in the world) and the majesty of the Calle de los Muertos (Street of the
Dead) - originally 4km long and flanked by temples, palaces and platforms. Look for amazingly well
preserved murals in the Palace of the Jaguars or the Palace of the Quetzal-butterfly and bold
sculptures in the Temple of Quetzalcoatl.
Be prepared for lots of walking and climbing here, and remember that the altitude will make your
exertions more tiring than usual. The Pyramid of the Sun is the tallest of the two major pyramids,
though it is an easier climb than the Pyramid of the Moon which has larger steps. If at all possible,
we’d recommend climbing to the top of the Sun and then at least to the first platform of the Moon for
the awesome view down the Calle de los Muertos.
you’re in Mexico City. The site is impressive for its scale, both in the size of the Pyramid of the Sun
(the third largest pyramid in the world) and the majesty of the Calle de los Muertos (Street of the
Dead) - originally 4km long and flanked by temples, palaces and platforms. Look for amazingly well
preserved murals in the Palace of the Jaguars or the Palace of the Quetzal-butterfly and bold
sculptures in the Temple of Quetzalcoatl.
Be prepared for lots of walking and climbing here, and remember that the altitude will make your
exertions more tiring than usual. The Pyramid of the Sun is the tallest of the two major pyramids,
though it is an easier climb than the Pyramid of the Moon which has larger steps. If at all possible,
we’d recommend climbing to the top of the Sun and then at least to the first platform of the Moon for
the awesome view down the Calle de los Muertos.